This is an Arabic translation of the English pamphlet 1622. Nova Scotia Health is pleased to offer 3 room options during your hospital stay. When you are admitted to the hospital, or during the pre-admission process, you will be asked to complete a room options form. This pamphlet provides answers to some common questions patients and families have about the costs and steps for requesting a semi-private or private room. The French version of this pamphlet 1629, "Les types de chambres à l’hôpita…
This is an Arabic translation of pamphlet 2251. This pamphlet is a teaching tool for COVID-19 patients and their caregivers. When you have COVID-19, lying on your belly and in different positions will help your body to get air into all areas of your lungs. The pamphlet outlines different ways to position yourself to help you breathe easier. The French version of this pamphlet, 2255, "Comment s’allonger sur le ventre : instructions pour les patients atteints de COVID-19 et leurs aidants," is als…
This is an Arabic translation of pamphlet 2220. This list will help you manage your health when you leave the hospital. Topics include your discharge conversation, medications, and follow-up appointments. Information on what to do if your symptoms get worse is provided. Resources for COVID-19, mental health and addictions, financial programs and services, and other helpful resources are listed. A list of questions you may have for your health care team before leaving the hospital is included. T…
List of live links to staff-authored Patient Pamphlets translated from the English originals. Available online on the IWK website (https://www.iwk.nshealth.ca/resources). Click each link (URL) listed in this document to access the full-text translation from the IWK external website's "Resources Directory". This list of translation links was generated by the IWK Family Resource Library's database.
This is an Arabic translation of the English pamphlet 0466. It is important that you understand your rights and responsibilities as a patient or client at Nova Scotia Health. This pamphlet reviews your rights and responsibilities, including information on quality care, dignity and respect, your health care, privacy, and uninsured services. Contact information for the Patient Relations team is provided should you wish to share concerns or compliments, or to ask questions about your care. The Fre…
This is an Arabic translation of the English pamphlet 2223. This pamphlet gives guidelines to follow after having general surgery. Topics include activity, hygiene (showering/bathing), deep breathing and coughing, pain, nutrition, and wound care. Symptoms requiring immediate medical attention are listed. A website for further information is given. The French version of this pamphlet 2224, "Directives – Après une chirurgie générale," is also available.
In Arabic language; translation of PL-0962. The IWK is a hospital for women, children, youth and their families located in downtown Halifax, Nova Scotia. The Mental Health and Addictions Program offers services to: 1) children and adolescents aged 0-19th birthday; and 2) Pre- and post-natal women (through the Reproductive Mental Health Service). The Mental Health and Addictions Program has three types of services: 1) Ambulatory (by appointment or Emergency department); 2) Non-acute inpatient…
In Arabic. Instructions before your child comes in for surgery at the IWK Health Centre.
Arabic translation. When a child or youth is diagnosed with diabetes, it triggers a variety of changes in the family. Family routines and roles change, finances might be stretched, and family members deal with a list of new concerns. The time following diagnosis can be stressful.
Instructions and IWK contact numbers after your child has had a gastrointestinal procedure.
The IWK Pre-Operative Clinic is an outpatient clinic that children/youth visit to help get them ready for surgery. This visit can occur anywhere from two weeks before surgery until the day before. At this visit, your child/youth will have their pre-operative testing done as well as meet with members of the health care team. Examples of pre op testing bloodwork, x-ray, or ECG - the surgeon will talk to you about what tests are needed for your child/youth.
In Arabic. The Zones of Regulation group is designed to improve your child’s emotional-regulation skills. At least one parent or caregiver needs to attend the group, as they play a very important role in supporting their child. IWK Community Mental Health runs groups 3 times annually.
Pre and post operative care for parents of children having tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy.
In Arabic. Diabetes in Children and Youth series. As a caregiver, you understand that communicating with your child can often be a difficult task, particularly at times of increased stress. It is not surprising that parents can sometimes find it challenging to communicate effectively with their child or teen about diabetes management.
In Arabic. Diabetes in Children and Youth series. When a child is newly diagnosed with diabetes, caregivers often put their needs on the back burner to attend to their children’s needs. As your family adapts to the changes following the diabetes diagnosis, remember the following information in this handout.
In Arabic. Diabetes in Children and Youth series. When a child is diagnosed with diabetes, the entire family is impacted by the changes and challenges the new diagnosis brings to the family. Siblings of the child with diabetes will also have to adjust to a life that includes diabetes, and may experience a variety of emotions about their brother/sister’s diagnosis.
This is an Arabic translation of the English pamphlet 2056. Ethics questions ask how we should treat each other. We answer ethics questions by thinking about our values, or what is important to us. When you or someone you care about is sick or hurt, it can be hard to figure out what to do. This ethics tool can help you decide what is important and what to do. This pamphlet includes things to remember when dealing with ethical issues, questions to think about as you explore the issue, patient an…
This is an Arabic translation of the English pamphlet 2084. Ethics questions ask how we should treat each other. When you or someone you care about is sick or hurt, it can be hard to figure out what to do. This tool can help if you are not sure of the right thing to do, disagree with someone about the right thing to do, or are wondering how to talk with the health care team about what’s important to you or your loved one. A link to the tool is provided. The French version of this pamphlet 2143,…
This is an Arabic translation of the English pamphlet 2059. Antibiotics are drugs used to treat infections caused by bacteria (germs). Antibiotics DO NOT kill viruses. This pamphlet explains what antibiotics do and do not help with. It also lists common side effects and explains what antibiotic resistance is and what you can do to fight it.
In Arabic. Basic information about autism and contacts for IWK team.